TOGAF Foundation (Level 1) 9. Lesson Plan. This course covers all learning materials for TOGAF v9.1. Mock Exam: Duration: Language:

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1 TOGAF Foundation (Level 1) 9 Lesson Plan This course covers all learning materials for TOGAF v9.1 Delivery: e-learning Certificate: Examination (voucher included) Accredited By: The Open Group Mock Exam: Duration: Language: Included in Course 15 hours, self-paced English TM TOGAF 9 Accredited Training Course

2 This Lesson Plan This lesson plan provides you with all the information about the TOGAF Foundation (Level 1) 9 e-learning course. Before you begin your studies, please read through this document to help you plan your studying and revision activities. Good luck! Tutor Support Contact your tutor at any point during the course on TOGAF-Tutor@goodelearning.com and they will get back to you within 24 hours Technical Support UK +44(0) USA +1(917) support@goodelearning.com System Requirements To ensure you have the best possible experience, please make sure your system matches the following minimum requirements: Internet Browser (Windows or Mac) Google Chrome 14 or later Safari 5.1 or later Internet Explorer 6 and later Opera 9.5 and later Flash Player Requirements Flash Player 10 or later Contents Welcome 3 The Course 3 Who will Benefit from this Course? 3 Course Materials 3 Workbook 4 zes 4 Mock Exam 4 How to Get Help from your TOGAF Trainer and Mentor 4 Detailed Lesson Plan 5 Module 1: The TOGAF Certification Program 5 Module 2: The Basic Concepts of Enterprise Architecture and TOGAF 5 Module 3: The Core Concepts of TOGAF 9 5 Module 4: Introduction to the Architecture Development Method (ADM) 6 Module 5: The ADM Cycle and the Objectives of Each Phase 6 Module 6: The ADM Guidelines and Techniques 6 Module 7: Views, Viewpoints and Stakeholder Communication 7 Module 8: The Concept of Building Blocks 7 Module 9: The Key Deliverables of the ADM Cycle 7 Module 10: The Concept of Enterprise Continuum 8 Module 11: The Key Deliverables of the ADM Cycle 8 Module 12: The TOGAF Reference Models 8 Module 13: Architecture Governance and the ADM 9 Module 14: Revision Module - Key Learning Points 9 Module 15: Practice Exam 9 Still having issues with playback? Check the performance of your broadband internet connection Clear your cache and log back in After more than 30mins of inactivity, you may not be able to hear audio. To fix this just log out and log back in again. 2

3 Welcome Welcome to the TOGAF Foundation (Level 1) 9 e-learning course The course contains a number of interactive slides, videos, and audio tuition You may stop and start the course whenever you like - you can learn on-demand. Do not try and cover too much material at once; a benefit of e-learning is that you can take your time Use the quizzes to check that you have understood the key learning points of each module. Where you have answered incorrectly, read the guidance, and then review that topic again. Remember you can contact a TOGAF tutor at any time, and you will receive a response by reply within 24 hours. The purpose of the Foundation Certificate is to confirm you have sufficient knowledge and understanding of the TOGAF 9 Framework, a good knowledge of the core TOGAF principles and concepts and will enable you to prepare for and sit the TOGAF Foundation exam. This is the first part of a 2-part qualification. You must pass the foundation level exam before you can prepare for the second part, TOGAF Certified. There are 2 objectives of this course. The first is to make it easy for you to learn about TOGAF 9. You also want to pass the exam! It is the aim of the course to satisfy both. As you go through this course, you will be introduced to many new concepts that are likely to be unfamiliar to you for this reason we recommend that you revisit this course a second time after completing it, to reinforce the concepts you learnt. The Course This course is based on the TOGAF 9.1 Foundation Exam syllabus with a focus on learning and retaining information. TOGAF terms are explained in detail for your benefit and are supported with examples. The course materials provided in the Foundation e-learning course will provide you with all the information you need for this exam. At a high level, you will learn about: The basic concepts of Enterprise Architecture and the TOGAF standard The core concepts of the TOGAF 9 standard The key terminology of the TOGAF 9 standard The ADM cycle and the objectives of each phase, and how to adapt and scope the ADM The concept of the Enterprise Continuum; its purpose and constituent parts How each of the ADM phases contributes to the success of Enterprise Architecture The ADM guidelines and techniques How Architecture Governance contributes to the Architecture Development Cycle The concepts of views and viewpoints and their role in communicating with stakeholders The concept of building blocks The key deliverables of the ADM cycle The TOGAF reference models The TOGAF certification program The TOGAF 9.1 standard is managed by The Open Group and can be accessed online through the following URL: It is not, however, required reading for the TOGAF 9 foundation certificate - this course will provide you with all the learning materials that you need to pass at Foundation level. Nevertheless, throughout the course there are links to relevant bookmarks of the online standard that you can jump to if you would like to supplement your studies. Who will Benefit from this Course? This course is ideal for individuals or teams who wish to: Learn about the TOGAF 9 standard Achieve a globally recognized qualification Professionals who are working in roles associated with an architecture project Achieve Level 2 certification and become a certified TOGAF professional Course Materials Upon enrolment in the course you have access to the following materials. A number of video tutorials, comprising colour slides with voiceover, covering the following Sections and Modules: 1: The TOGAF 9 certification program 2: The basic concepts of Enterprise Architecture and TOGAF 3: The core concepts of TOGAF 4: How each of the ADM phases contributes to the success of enterprise architecture 5: The ADM cycle and the objectives of each phase, and how to adapt and scope the ADM 6: The ADM guidelines and techniques 3

4 7: The concepts of views and viewpoints and their role in communicating with stakeholders 8: The concept of building blocks 9: The key deliverables of the ADM cycle 10: The concept of the Enterprise Continuum; its purpose and constituent parts 11: The Architecture Repository 12: The TOGAF reference models 13: How Architecture Governance contributes to the Architecture Development Cycle You will also receive: A Mock exam simulator, with answers An online searchable glossary, with definitions A number of additional downloadable resources How to Get Help from your TOGAF Trainer and Mentor For all enquiries, our Lead TOGAF Tutor can be reached by (TOGAF-tutor@goodelearning.com) or if you click a link from the support section within the e-learning course (see below). You will receive a response to your TOGAF question or query within 24 hrs. Please download the About the Exam document for more information, and a full description of the process. Workbook The Foundation course contains a workbook that can be downloaded as a PDF. It s purpose is to allow you to make notes as you work through the coursethese notest can then form the basis of your exam preparation. You can either print out a copy of the workbook and write notes by hand, or edit the PDF directly. Please note that the latter is only possible with Adobe PDF reader 11 or newer. zes Every module contains a number of multiple choice quiz questions. Their purpose is to test your knowledge and prepare you for the TOGAF exam questions. By having these quiz sessions after each module, you will gain confidence that you are meeting the learning objectives required for Foundation certification. Mock Exam We strongly encourage you to attempt the mock exam paper, which simulates exam conditions that you will face for the real thing. Don t forget, tutor support is available if you are having issues with your studies. 4

5 Detailed Lesson Plan The following tables summarize each of the modules, their learning objectives, and the method(s) of delivery. The total studying time required for this course is 15 hours. Module 1: The TOGAF Certification Program The purpose of the first module is to introduce you to the TOGAF 9 Certification program and the benefits of becoming TOGAF certified. Workbook Why TOGAF Certification for People? TOGAF Certification Program Module 2: The Basic Concepts of Enterprise Architecture and TOGAF This module introduces the basic concepts of enterprise architecture, The Open Group and the TOGAF architecture framework. What is an enterprise? What is enterprise architecture? What is a framework? These are some of the basic concepts that the module will cover as an introduction to the world of enterprise architecture. Enterprise Architecture Background Interview with Allen Brown - CEO of the Open Group Architecture in the TOGAF Context? TOGAF Background Architecture Types TOGAF 9 Components What is the Value of TOGAF as an Architecture Framework What is an Architecture Framework? TOGAF Components Module 3: The Core Concepts of TOGAF 9 The TOGAF 9 architecture framework is divided into 7 parts, each part addressing a different aspect of the architecture framework. This module will introduce you to the different parts of the TOGAF 9 architecture framework and you will be able to distinguish between the Architecture Development Method, Architecture Content Framework and the Architecture Capability Framework. The Architecture Development Method ADM Guidelines and Techniques Architecture Content Framework Enterprise Continuum Deliverables, Artifacts and Building Blocks Architecture Repository Establishing the Architecture Capability as an Operational Entity Architecture Capability Framework Document Categorization Model 5

6 Module 4: Introduction to the Architecture Development Method (ADM) The purpose of module 4 is to introduce you to the Architecture Development Method cycle by briefly explaining the objective of each phase in the cycle and how to adapt the method for use in an organization. You should now understand the objectives of all the phases in the Architecture Development Method, including the Preliminary Phase and Requirements Management. ADM Governance Q&A Constraining the Scope of Architectural Activities TOGAF ADM Phases ADM Phase Steps Module 5: The ADM Cycle and the Objectives of Each Phase The focus on the Architecture Development Method continues in this module by looking at each of the method phases in more detail. The aim is to understand how each phase contributes to the success of enterprise architecture by focusing on the approach for each phase. TOGAF ADM Overview Requirements Management in the ADM ADM Objectives and Approach Module 6: The ADM Guidelines and Techniques At this stage of the course you should have a good understanding of each phases of the architecture development method. In module 6 we introduce the Architecture Development Method Guidelines and Techniques that are available to architects when they are executing the different phases of the method, including business scenarios, architecture principles and the gap analysis technique. For the foundation level exam you must understand the objectives of the different guidelines and techniques but you are not required to understand how to implement a technique on a project. TOGAF 9 Contains Architecture Guidelines TOGAF 9 Contains Architecture Techniques Architecture Principles Business Transformation Readiness Program Risk Management Capability Based Planning Interoperability Business Scenario Enterprise Operating Model GAP Analysis 6

7 Module 7: Views, Viewpoints and Stakeholder Communication Good stakeholder communication is a key requirement to successfully create an architecture definition in TOGAF 9. This module studies the concepts of views and viewpoints using the ISO standard, which is an international standard supported by TOGAF and used to define the viewpoints in the TOGAF Content Framework. ISO/IEC 42010:2007 Views and Viewpoints Stakeholders and Concerns A Single Example of a View A Single Example of a Viewpoint View Creation Module 8: The Concept of Building Blocks A key benefit of enterprise architecture is the ability to re-use architecture, business or technology components on different projects or in different parts of the organization. The concept of architecture and solution building blocks is described in this module, including the use of building blocks as reusable components within TOGAF. Introduction of Building Blocks Building Blocks and the ADM Architecture Patterns TOGAF Building Block Example Module 9: The Key Deliverables of the ADM Cycle During each phase of the Architecture Development Method a set of key deliverables are generated. These deliverables are used as the input for other phases and as the outputs that are consumed by a wide range of stakeholders. The purpose of module 9 is to highlight the key deliverables of each phase in the Architecture Development Method. ADM Deliverables Baseline Set of TOGAF Deliverables Minimum Set of ADM Deliverables Required to Successfully Implement TOGAF 9 7

8 Module 10: The Concept of Enterprise Continuum The Enterprise Continuum is a classification schema that can be used to organize the content of your enterprise repositories. In this module we will explain the concept of the Enterprise Continuum together with its purpose, and constituent parts. You should also understand that the architecture continuum and solutions continuum are both components of the enterprise continuum. Architecture Continuum Demo The Enterprise Continuum The Architecture Continuum Tools can Model the Enterprise Architecture Issues in Tools Standardization Tools Evaluation Criteria Module 11: The Key Deliverables of the ADM Cycle In module 11 we will have a closer look at the architecture repository, which is used to store and manage architecture content produced and consumed by the Architecture Development Method. You will be able to see that you need more from an architecture repository than just being able to store your architecture models! The Architecture Repository in the Context of the ADM The Architecture Repository Standards Information Base Repository Area The Architecture Repository Structural Framework Architecture Landscape Repository Area Standards Within the Standards Information Base Governance Log Repository Area Module 12: The TOGAF Reference Models In this module we will introduce the two core reference models for foundation and common systems architecture defined in TOGAF that you can be added to the Architecture Continuum: the Technical Reference Model (TRM) and the Integrated Information Infrastructure Reference model (III-RM). Technical Reference Model Positioning the TRM & III-RM III-RM (4) 8

9 Module 13: Architecture Governance and the ADM The last module of this course focuses on the people side of architecture by introducing you to the architecture governance concepts available in TOGAF. You will look at the Architecture Capability Framework, and specifically, how architecture governance contributes to the successful execution of the Architecture Development Cycle. You should now realize how important it is to govern architecture within your organization. Architecture Board, Governance Framework, Compliance Reviews & Dispensations Introduction to Governance Governance Model Architecture Compliance Establishing an Architecture Capability Module 14: Revision Module - Key Learning Points This module looks again at the key concepts and learning outcomes for TOGAF Foundation level certification and should be used an aid when preparing for your exam. It is structured to reflect the key learning units required to pass the foundation level exam. Each learning unit is linked to the appropriate sections in the online TOGAF standard to enable you to quickly refer to the source information. Module 15: Practice Exam See how much you have learnt so far by taking a mock up test modelled on the actual Foundation Level Exam. 9